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… inequalities. The importance of taking dual climate action is bound into Portsmouth City Council’s (PCC) corporate plan, the City Vision4. 9 1.2 Climate change in Portsmouth 5 NHS (2019). Heatwave: How to cope in hot weather. Available: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/ Like most of the UK, modelled projections of our future climate show…

… rewilding with fruit trees, raised beds, wildflowers, and relaxed mowing. Crowdfunding greening projects at Bramble Infant and Manor Infant schools. } Development of a business carbon emissions toolkit. } Supporting the creation of Christian Climate Action group, a non-denomination faith-based group. } Awareness raising material for local climate change risks. } Awareness raising material…

… to tackle climate change is a priority for Portsmouth City Council and our refreshed Climate Change Strategy is the cornerstone for its delivery. To me, this is central to the way we work. The strategy highlights just a few areas where council teams, our contractors, and partners have already been delivering together to help address the climate emergency. I am grateful for all they have achieved…

… Abbreviation or Acronym Definition CCS Climate Change Strategy (this document) Defra Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs GHG Greenhouse Gas HVO Hydrotreated vegetable oil PCC Portsmouth City Council 5 Glossary of climate change language A lot of specialised language is used to talk about climate change. Here is a description of some of the key terms used. Climate change mitigation…

… and adapt to the risks. Achieving a net zero carbon Portsmouth which is adapted to thrive in future climates will require commitment, innovation and collaboration from all authorities, organisations, businesses, and residents in Portsmouth. 3 United Nations (2017). Climate Change and Social Inequality. Department of Economics and Social Affairs. Available: https://www.un.org/esa/desa/papers/2017…